Burt's Bees Deep Cleansing Pore Scrub with Peach and Willow Bark
Works for
CleansingStearic acid, Cetyl alcohol + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Infused with willow bark, a natural source of salicylic acid, this natural scrub from the number one dermatologist recommended natural skin care brand* removes dirt and excess oil to deeply clean your pores.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, coco-glucoside, stearic acid, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: coco-glucoside
ExfoliationSalix nigra bark extractNot delivered
“Finely ground Peach Stone gently exfoliates, removing dead skin cells as it polishes your skin for a smooth complexion.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, AlcoholMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Vitis vinifera seed oil~9–11%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilCrambe abyssinica seed oil~4.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Crambe abyssinica seed oilGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPrunus persica seed powder~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearic acid~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCetyl alcohol~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholCetearyl alcohol~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholParfum~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCocos nucifera oil~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilCoco-glucoside~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosidePhenoxyethanol~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSalix nigra bark extract~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain salicylic acid
More about Salix nigra bark extractXanthan gum~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumLonicera japonica flower extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera japonica flower extractLonicera caprifolium flower extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera caprifolium flower extractSodium phytate~0.3–0.6%
Hydrastis canadensis extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hedychium coronarium root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Fucus vesiculosus extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractTocopherol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolAlcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilIngredient list view
Water, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Crambe abyssinica seed oil, Glycerin, Prunus persica seed powder, Stearic acid, Cetyl alcohol, Cetearyl alcohol, Parfum, Cocos nucifera oil, Coco-glucoside, Phenoxyethanol, Salix nigra bark extract, Xanthan gum, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Lonicera caprifolium flower extract, Sodium phytate, Hydrastis canadensis extract, Hedychium coronarium root extract, Fucus vesiculosus extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Tocopherol, Alcohol, Helianthus annuus seed oil
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Burt's BeesDeep Cleansing Pore Scrub with Peach and Willow BarkYOUR PRODUCT | ProactivSmoothing BHA Cleanser | The INKEY List CAHyaluronic Acid Cleanser | Radiant Glow BotanicalFacial Milk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | $9.99 | $21.05+$11.06 | $10.18 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 5 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Betaine | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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